Fresh spinach salad with caramelized onions
Indulge in a refreshing Fresh Spinach Salad with Caramelized Onions and Lemon Vinaigrette. This easy-to-make recipe features tender spinach leaves, sweet caramelized onions, and a zesty lemon vinaigrette, perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner. Ready in minutes and bursting with flavor!
- 03 Jun 2025
- Cook time 0 min
- Prep time 5 min
- 2 Servings
- 5 Ingredients
This refreshing fresh spinach salad with caramelized onions and lemon vinaigrette is a delightful mix of flavors and textures. The tender spinach pairs beautifully with the sweet and savory caramelized onions, all brought together by a zesty lemon vinaigrette. It’s a perfect dish for those looking to enjoy a light yet delicious meal.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Peel and thinly slice the onions.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onions to the skillet.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are golden brown and caramelized. This will take about 15-20 minutes. If the onions start to stick to the pan, you can add a small splash of water to deglaze the pan.
- Once caramelized, remove from heat and let them cool slightly.
- In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice, the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and the black pepper.
- Whisk the ingredients together until well combined to create the vinaigrette.
- Place the fresh spinach in a large salad bowl.
- Add the slightly cooled caramelized onions on top of the spinach.
- Drizzle the lemon vinaigrette over the salad.
- Gently toss the salad to ensure the spinach and onions are evenly coated with the vinaigrette.
- Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing and flavorful salad!
Tips:
- Ensure to wash and dry the spinach thoroughly to get rid of any grit.
- When caramelizing onions, cook them slowly on medium-low heat to allow their natural sugars to develop fully.
- For a more robust lemon flavor, you can add some lemon zest to the vinaigrette.
- Feel free to experiment by adding nuts or cheese for extra texture and flavor.
Enjoy your fresh spinach salad with caramelized onions and lemon vinaigrette as a healthy and flavorful addition to any meal. The combination of the tender greens, sweet onions, and tangy vinaigrette is sure to impress. Bon appétit!
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 170 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 45kcal | 2% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 3.09g | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 8g | 2% |
| Fiber 2.45g | 6% |
| Sugar 3.60g | 4% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 14g | 17% |
| Saturated 1.97g | 7% |
| Cholesterol 0.00mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 280ug | 31% |
| Choline 22mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 0.09mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 0.19mg | 14% |
| Vitamin B3 0.53mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 0.26mg | 15% |
| Vitamin B9 110ug | 28% |
| Vitamin B12 0.00ug | 0% |
| Vitamin C 36mg | 40% |
| Vitamin E 1.86mg | 12% |
| Vitamin K 430ug | 362% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 70mg | 5% |
| Copper, Cu 0.09mg | 10% |
| Iron, Fe 1.10mg | 10% |
| Magnesium, Mg 90mg | 21% |
| Phosphorus, P 54mg | 4% |
| Potassium, K 520mg | 15% |
| Selenium, Se 0.02ug | 0% |
| Sodium, Na 100mg | 6% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.49mg | 4% |
| Water | |
| Water 140g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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